It's getting to the time of year once again where we begin to feel as though winter has been around forever in the Northern Hemisphere. Winter is a great time to enjoy a warm meal and fellowship together. At times when we may feel as though we are permanently ensconced at home … [Read more...]
Snow Day Fun!
Oh, the weather outside is frightful, and the fire is so delightful! Winter has officially arrived! With it, comes frigid temperatures and {for many} snow. My kids enjoy playing in the snow, but after a while it just gets too cold. After days of snow on the ground, they aren't … [Read more...]
Winter Olympics Resources Round Up
The 2014 Winter Olympics, being held in Sochi, Russia, are just around the corner. From geography to sports science, ancient Greek history to foreign language, the Olympic games are a great time to take a break from the daily grind and homeschool in a fun, hands-on … [Read more...]
The Winter Blues
We moved here to the Coastal area of Washington State 10 years ago, at the time I truly had absolutely no idea what I was getting into. Being born and raised on the East side of the State where we truly had 4 seasons, Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter, the weather here was quite … [Read more...]
Winter Nature Study
Children should be made early intimate with the trees, too; should pick out half a dozen trees, oak, elm, ash, beech, in their winter nakedness, and take these to be their year-long friends. ~Charlotte Mason Most of us are happy to pack up and head outdoors for a nature … [Read more...]
